Southern NY, Dutchess county and below

[Carolyn252]

That's the BCM. What do you think, Roberta?

Working on a RIR right now. I'll post that one when it's done. I'm liking the BCM, the BR, the RIR and the WCBP so far. Also white and yellow chicks always come out great. May do a couple of black ones - BAs. I was thinking of a white chick with a black/grey neck - light sussex or columbian.

FYI, the fluffy yarn is hard to work with on such a small scale. I guess I could give it a shot. The eyelash or just fluffy white may work out. I could always make them bigger, also.

I'm trying to decide on pricing. I could use some feedback on that.

Sorry about being so clueless about those ADORABLE chicks that you've been making, Suzanne. But I have to ask: what are they used for? That is, are they happy little decorative pieces to sit on a shelf or are they perhaps open at the bottom and can be used to sit on a soft-boiled egg to keep it warm on the breakfast egg cup? In any case, I'd love to buy a bunch; they will make excellent gifts and will look so cheery on a meal tray or on my desk.
-Carolyn252

 

[smkchick]

Sorry about being so clueless about those ADORABLE chicks that you've been making, Suzanne. But I have to ask: what are they used for? That is, are they happy little decorative pieces to sit on a shelf or are they perhaps open at the bottom and can be used to sit on a soft-boiled egg to keep it warm on the breakfast egg cup? In any case, I'd love to buy a bunch; they will make excellent gifts and will look so cheery on a meal tray or on my desk.
-Carolyn252

Known as amigurini, they are simply decorative, although I have made them open at the bottom without stuffing to be used as egg cozies for soft boiled eggs.

Obviously they are sort of whimsical interpretations of chicken breeds. Most chicks look so similar as babies, I thought it would be more fun to have a chick version of the color of the grownups. I got a great mustardy yellow for the Buff Orpingtons.

After the show, I want to do some food projects. I have a book called "Tasty Crochet" that has patterns for all sorts of food items like asparagus and pumpkin pie. Even a bagel with a schmear!

 

[littlecritters]

Ok, Suzanne, that Polish Crested is freaking adorable! I agree with Roberta, get some of that fluffy yarn and make silkies too.

Hello and welcome to all our newbies!

I got excited when I saw you all discussing tractor supply, I thought, how far away from me could that be? turns out - very far. And now everyone gets to go to the poultry fair! I am so bummed I am missing it!!!

Ok I'm going to Disneyworld... with my preschoolers & family... but still... WAAAAAAAA!!!!!

Take lots and lots of pictures for me, ok?

Heather,
If you send me your cell phone number, Lindsey and I can send you candid pictures from the show.

Little Critters,
you webcam/video system sound exactly like what I am looking for my coop and run. I would be interested to find out which system you are using and where you purchased it. Sounds so great!

I put a baby monitor (have grandkids) in it but the distance is almost not worth it. Wanted to be able to watch and check up from the kitchen or bedroom. It barely reaches the house. The pan and zoom on your system is way cool!

Irene

Irene,
Wanscam WIFI IP Camera Webcam Night Vision 10 LED IR Dual Audio
SKU # 240782268 from www.buy.com

This camera can be synced together with other cameras like what you would see in a security system. My hubby is already talking about getting me a second unit. He is hoping to configure this so that I can log onto the internet from anywhere and check on my chickens. I am not certain...but it may have audio capability.

Known as amigurini, they are simply decorative, although I have made them open at the bottom without stuffing to be used as egg cozies for soft boiled eggs.

Obviously they are sort of whimsical interpretations of chicken breeds. Most chicks look so similar as babies, I thought it would be more fun to have a chick version of the color of the grownups. I got a great mustardy yellow for the Buff Orpingtons.

After the show, I want to do some food projects. I have a book called "Tasty Crochet" that has patterns for all sorts of food items like asparagus and pumpkin pie. Even a bagel with a schmear!

i'm really loving these chicks...i definitely want a polish and buff orp...probably more! pricing is not my forte...i always price way too low or end up a bit too high

 

[littlecritters]

Here is a picture taken in the dark with the night vision. Birds are sound asleep. Pretty amazing clarity...

 

[Imprfctme]

Known as amigurini, they are simply decorative, although I have made them open at the bottom without stuffing to be used as egg cozies for soft boiled eggs. 

Obviously they are sort of whimsical interpretations of chicken breeds.  Most chicks look so similar as babies, I thought it would be more fun to have a chick version of the color of the grownups. I got a great mustardy yellow for the Buff Orpingtons. 

After the show, I want to do some food projects.  I have a book called "Tasty Crochet" that has patterns for all sorts of food items like asparagus and pumpkin pie.  Even a bagel with a schmear!

You are officially cooler than me. Is that an anime thing? Hmm! I made a much less sophisticated octopus cat toy years ago sort of like your chicks by putting some dried cat mint in the stuffing. You could do some of those.

I didn't know the fluffy yarn was so much harder to work with. too bad

Pricing: start with yarn cost, / by how many chicks per skein + overhead expenses = break even. OE include utilities, mortgage & feed for the crafter!! You can be a real nerd about it and divide your monthly "nut" by 730.5 & that is your hourly OE costs. I guess you *could* discount for time spent asleep, and on BYC.com. . just make sure that you are profiting, even if it's a small margin.

 

[Imprfctme]

Here is a picture taken in the dark with the night vision. Birds are sound asleep. Pretty amazing clarity...

So cool! I was thinking I should get my hunting blind cam out again and see if they use the dust bath I made today

 

[Imprfctme]

...

Each one looks slightly different.  Homemade is like that, I guess.

Laura's boyfriend gave me a $100 Michael's gift card for Christmas.  I didn't know how much it was til I got to the register.  I almost fell over!

He's a keeper! Hmm he wouldn't be buttering you up for anything in particular would he?

 

[Imprfctme]

Smchick:   Love your little crocheted chickens.....wouldn't mind having a collection for myself. Let me know when you have them up on Etsy!

Imprfctme:  We have seen some stick carrying over the summer. If the eagles nest around here, it will be the fist established nest on Long Island. I have Ospreys that have nested on the end of my dock for the last two years, They successfully raised 5 chicks.

Howlinggood:  The eagles have been seen for the last couple of years along the North Shore in the areas of Lloyd Neck, Oyster Bay Cove, Cove Neck .  They started staying around since last winter. They are so huge!!! I also kept a piece of the stick that he dropped on my back patio as a souvenir. 

Not to worry all.....my girls are in a run.  Too many hawks, foxes and raccoons etc around here.

Irene

This is intriguing me to no end! So did you see the news story this summer about the injured yearling eagle that was rescued in Huntington? http://newyork.cbslocal.com/2012/07...scue-stranded-and-struggling-baby-bald-eagle/

According to the Internet, eagles last bred on long island in 1930. That's a good sign that they're coming back. Wow. If they do build an aerie, they can end up weighing close to 2 tons! Irene I am a self- proclaimed bird nerd (not that I'm great at IDing them, I just like them) so this has me all excited. I talked o my friend at the Bronx zoo about turning the skyfari supports that aren't being used anymore for osprey nest platforms but how cool if an eagle nested there?! Unless they start eating rare tiny animals, then, not so cool.

http://www.nycgovparks.org/programs/rangers/eagles/about-bald-eagles

 

[Toxic Chicken]

Ugh I'm sick
Is anyone from long island ordering chicks from My Per Chicken for the spring??
I want 2 or 3 but my min order is 4. I guess I can get 4 if I have to. Hehe
Anyways let me know we can share shipping

 

[stoopid]

Hope you feel better.
What breeds are you looking for?